Cubs Kickoff Maybelle Arthur Tournament With A Win (Photo Gallery)

Dillon Cubs staged a late comeback to secure a 7-5 victory over Powell Pioneers Varsity on Friday night. The game kept fans on their toes, with Dillon pulling ahead in the bottom of the fifth inning to clinch the win.

The Pioneers struck early, taking a 1-0 lead in the top of the first after Cole Fauskee grounded out. An error by Dillon helped Powell add another run, making it 2-0. Powell continued to apply pressure, adding two more runs in the third inning on Bieber’s single to center, extending the lead to 4-1.

Dillon fought back in the bottom of the fifth, scoring three crucial runs to take the lead. Tristan Alvarez started the rally with a double, bringing in two runs. Will Hansen then drew a walk and scored on Alvarez’s double, giving the Cubs a 5-4 lead. Alvarez’s two-run double capped the inning, putting Dillon ahead 7-5.

On the mound, Trenton Moreni pitched a strong game for Dillon, throwing four solid innings, allowing five hits and three earned runs while striking out seven. Ben Ostermiller pitched effectively for Powell, going five and two-thirds innings, surrendering nine hits and allowing six earned runs.

Moreni led the offensive attack, going 3-for-3 at the plate. Alvarez and Marcus Lagunas each drove in two runs, with Lagunas also making an important contribution in relief. Andrew Bartlome added two hits in four at-bats to support the effort.

For Powell, Bieber went 2-for-4 and was the team’s top hitter, and Jordan Loera showcased speed on the bases by stealing two bags.

Dillon Cubs will look to keep their momentum going as they prepare to face Kuna Tribe A American Legion 18U this upcoming Friday.